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Earliest Scottish coin saved after detectorist find

A metal detectorist's discovery of a 12th-century silver coin has rewritten history, proving Edinburgh minted Scotland's first coinage. The £15,000 artefact is now with National Museums Scotland.

Expert's £10,000 Warning Over Common 1981 Coin

A coin expert issues an urgent alert about a 'very common' 1981 Charles and Diana commemorative crown being sold for £10,000. Discover the true value and what collectors should check.

Rare UK Penny Coins Worth Over £206,000

Discover the rare UK penny coins that could be worth a fortune. An expert reveals which dates to look for, including the legendary 1933 penny valued at over £200,000. Check your change now!

Rare 2009 50p coin sells for £7,000

An ultra-rare gold proof Kew Gardens 50p coin from 2009 has sold for £7,000. Discover if you have one of the 629 minted coins and its soaring value.

Rare 1983 'New Pence' 2p Coin Worth £1000+

A rare 1983 2p coin with a minting error could be worth over £1,000 to collectors. Find out how to spot the 'New Pence' wording that makes it so valuable. Check your change today!

US stops penny production after Trump order

The US Mint halts penny production as President Trump cancels the 1-cent coin, citing its 4-cent production cost. Discover the retail impact and the end of a 232-year era.

US Mint Stops Penny Production in 2025

The US Mint will halt penny production in 2025, ending 234 years of history. Discover why the coin became too expensive to produce and what happens next.

Final US Penny Struck as Coin Gets Cancelled

The US Mint in Philadelphia produces its last circulating penny as President Trump cancels the 1-cent coin due to soaring production costs. Discover the economic impact and public reaction.

Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn

Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.

Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings

Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.

Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases

SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.

SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt

Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.

Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86

The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.

Scottish Labour: NHS Will Never Be Sold Off

Anas Sarwar makes bold commitment to protect Scotland's NHS from privatisation, drawing clear dividing lines with political opponents ahead of crucial elections.

Rare £2 Coin Error Could Be Worth £1,000

A rare minting error on 2024 two pound coins could make your loose change worth a small fortune. Discover how to identify these valuable coins and what makes them so special to collectors.

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